How to Save Money on Treadmills by Avoiding Marketing Traps

Save Money On Treadmills

There are lots of great marketing people in the treadmill industry. Their job is to make you think that you need the features they’re offering when in reality, you don’t. So what happens is you’ll be tempted to spend more money than what you actually need.

This guide aims to educate you on what these traps are and why you should avoid them. As a result, you’ll be able to save money on treadmills you’ll be buying.

Extended Warranties

Some treadmill sellers will offer extended warranties on their treadmills. If this happens to you, I suggest you decline. Most quality treadmill companies cover their product long enough that there’s really no need for it. Besides, this option is usually a big waste of money due to some dishonest warranty companies.

Program Choices

Another way to save money on treadmills is by choosing a machine with a few programmed workouts. Most people don’t really use these programs and if they do, they more often than not stick to just 1 or 2 programs. So buying a treadmill with tons of programs would be a total waste of money.

Heart Rate Straps

Since working out in your target heart rate offer tons of benefits, treadmills nowadays has a heart rate strap option. If this option is offered to, always say “no”. Heart rate straps are very uncomfortable when running. So you’ll probably just try it once and never use it again.

A better way to workout in your target heart rate is through the use of heart rate handgrips. It is more comfortable to use and is already included in most treadmills, no need to pay extra.

Folding Feature

Although I do admit it does save space at home, you still need to have room to fold it down after using it. Also after a long grueling workout, some people may no longer want to fold and move the treadmill, only to unfold and move it again back the next day. So just save your money and buy a non-folding treadmill.

Running Belt

Treadmill companies would try to impress you with large running spaces and overly thick belts. Truth is the larger the belt the harder the motor has to work to keep the belt moving. And thick belts tend to hold additional heat which decreases the belt life. So don’t be lured by impressive belt sizes. Choose a belt that you’ll be comfortable running onto and nothing more. The standard 18”x 52” belt is enough for most runners.

Conclusion:

Those are the ways I know to save money on treadmills. Hopefully you found this article enlightening and would use what you’ve learn to avoid these marketing traps.

Aaron Co is an avid treadmill user for more than 6 years now. He is also the founder of TreadmillTips.com. A website that provides unbiased treadmill reviews and buying tips so shoppers can choose the fitness equipment that suits them best.

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